Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:
nature and scope of tasks,
specifications
quality of finished works
achievement targets
operational conditions
obtaining of permits required
site layout
out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant or equipment defects
hazards and potential hazards
coordination requirements or issues
contamination control requirements
environmental control requirements
barricade and signage requirements
Hazards may include:
uneven terrain
unstable terrain
trees
fires
overhead and underground services
excavations
traffic
embankments
cuttings
structures
hazardous materials
equipment failure
confined operations
uncontrolled interaction with other plant
Inspect and prepare work area may include:
identification of hazards
selection and implementation of control measures for the hazards identified
safeguarding site and non-site personnel by:
erection of barricades and posting of signs
selection of appropriate equipment to ensure personnel safety and protection
determination of appropriate path of movement for loads and equipment/vehicles
selection and implementation of environmental control measures
Safety requirements may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
workplace environment and safety
handling of materials
use of fire fighting equipment
use of First Aid equipment
control of hazardous materials and substances
safe operating procedures, including recognising and preventing hazards associated with:
overhead and underground services
other machines
personnel
traffic control
working in proximity to others
worksite visitors and the public
emergency procedures, including:
emergency shutdown and stopping
extinguishing equipment fires
organisational First Aid requirements
evacuation
safe parking practices, including:
clear access ways
equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites
safe distance from excavations
secured from unauthorised access or movement
Environmental Requirements may include:
waste management
water quality protection
noise
vibration
dust
clean-up management
Coordination requirements may include:
piling team
other equipment operators
maintenance personnel
supervisors
other worksite personnel
external consultants
visitors
Personal protective equipment includes:
steel-capped boots and hardhat
gloves
dust mask
eye and hearing protection
general protective and reflective clothing
Tools and equipment will include:
pile hammers
shovels
crow bars
measuring tapes
spirit levels
plumb bob
and may include scaffolding
Hazardous and emergency situations may include:
powerlines and other overhead services
underground services
dust and noise
lighting strikes
high wind
unstable ground conditions
confined operations
uncontrolled interaction with other plant
Records and reports may include:
fuel usage
computer readings
end of shift documentation
quality information

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for directing pile driving operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient directing of pile driving operations, which are to include:
a minimum of two timber piles or two pre-cast concrete piles, and
driven using at least one of the three pile hammering methods
working with others to undertake and complete pile driving operations that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely direction of pile driving operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Evidence for assessment is best gathered using the outcomes of products and processes of the workplace context. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes, including:
a minimum of two timber piles or two pre-cast concrete piles, and
driven using at least one of the three pile hammering methods
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete pile driving operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.